Their political differences — she, from the iconic Democratic Kennedy clan, and he — a Republican — always made for an ironic contrast, similar to that of former Bill Clinton staffer James Carville and Republican politico Mary Matalin.

Schwarzenegger wrapped up his two-term stint as California governor four months ago. His post-“Governator” plans include a return to acting, as he’s involved with a few films currently in the pre-production phase (The Last Stand and Cry Macho). He’s also been linked to ongoing work as a spokesman for green energy and a possible run at the presidency of European Union.

Shriver, 55, talked about life changes in a YouTube video this past March, saying, “As you know, transitions are not easy. I’d love to get your advice on how you’ve handled transitions in your own life.

“It’s so stressful to not know what you’re doing next,” she said. “People ask you what are you doing and then they can’t believe that you don’t know what you’re doing.”